An arbitration agreement expressly ousts the jurisdiction of consumer forums. In such a case

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An arbitration agreement expressly ousts the jurisdiction of consumer forums. In such a case

Only arbitral tribunal will have jurisdiction
Only consumer forum will have jurisdiction as it is a Special Act
Both forums will have jurisdiction to adjudicate the disputes
The clause would be void and only a civil suit would lie

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The correct answer is Option 3

Key PointsBoth forums will have jurisdiction to adjudicate the disputes, if it is not possible for parties to oust the jurisdiction of any forum by agreement.

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